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Sophie Cunningham Eclipses Caitlin Clark for Most Searched Women’s Athlete Crown

One of the biggest stories in women's basketball this season (especially among the Indiana Fever) was Sophie Cunningham's rise to superstardom. While Cunningham

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Mercury Seek Win, Try To Snap Losing Streak In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2023, and they finished the season with a record of 9-31. They regressed from the previous season, as they finished 2022 with a record of 15-21.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Mercury's Taylor Helps Australia During Impressive Run

The 2008 Olympics were held in Beijing, and Team USA took home gold. That roster featured players like Candace Parker, Lisa Leslie and Tina Thompson, and the Phoenix Mercury were represented as well.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Why Sabally's Shooting Helped Phoenix Win

The Phoenix Mercury were on the verge of winning a championship, and their new stars helped them get to that point. Satou Sabally was a big factor in the team's impressive season, and she played well during the regular season and the playoffs.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

How An Early Mercury Player Began Her Coaching Career

Tia Jackson was one of the Phoenix Mercury's early players. She was a part of the inaugural season, and the Mercury drafted her in the 1997 WNBA Draft, and she was the first pick of the second round.

Liberty's Natasha Cloud Defends Players in CBA Fight

New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud is using her platform to speak up for the players who often go unheard. As the WNBA and WNBPA continue to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement, the veteran guard has taken to social media to defend one of the most essential parts in the current CBA: team housing.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Why Mercury's Taurasi Is A UConn Legend

Diana Taurasi was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in 2004. She had a great rookie year, and she went on to have an amazing WNBA career. Before that, she played for the UConn Huskies and she helped them win three championships.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Mercury's Prahalis And Others Represent Ohio State

The Phoenix Mercury drafted Samantha Prahalis in 2012, and before playing for Phoenix, she was a star for Ohio State. She averaged 15.1 points, 6.8 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.9 steals during her years with the Buckeyes.

WNBA News / FirstSportz / December 8

Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers Team Up for $3.5 Billion Brand

Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers have had a special bond since their time as future prospects in high school. The pair have since found their way to the WNBA, where they are part of the young generation that is transforming the league.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 7

Sky Star Angel Reese & Paige Bueckers Unite in Marketing Campaign

Reese's sent the sports world buzzing this week after teasing a new collaboration with Oreo, featuring none other than Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers. The early hints first appeared on Instagram, where the candy giant posted a cryptic visual pairing of the iconic orange-and-black- Reese's branding with Oreo's signature blue.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 7

WNBA Mock Expansion Draft Lists Two Sun Selected by Incoming Franchises

The WNBA is in a fascinating position currently, with its CBA negotiations now extended through the start of 2026 but no clear agreement in site. There is hope of of letting the offseason progress normally until an agreement.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 7

Angel Reese Calls Out Paige Bueckers Over Height Claim

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers and Chicago Sky standout Angel Reese have long had a great relationship with each other, which stemmed from them playing on various USA Basketball teams before college.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 7

How Phoenix's Early Players Helped The Team Make The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury have a special place in WNBA history, as they were one of the teams that played in the inaugural season. There were eight teams that year, and the Mercury shared a conference with the Los Angeles Sparks, the Sacramento Monarchs and the Utah Starzz.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 7

Lexie Hull Flips Caitlin Clark’s ‘Exposed’ Comment Right Back at Her

One way that Indiana Fever fans managed to pass the time during the last WNBA offseason was by keeping up with what their team's star players were doing off the court.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 7

Why Sami Whitcomb Was A Major Factor In Phoenix's Season

Sami Whitcomb joined the Phoenix Mercury during the offseason, and she became one of their best reserves. She averaged 9.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists this season, and as a veteran known for her shooting, she made 86 3-pointers.

WNBA News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 6

Sky and Storm Should Make a Draft Deal Before 2026

The Chicago Sky missed the playoffs for the second season in a row. Under first-year head coach Tyler Marsh, the Sky lost more games in 2025 than they did the season before under Teresa Weatherspoon.

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Two Liberty Starters Officially Joining Project B

Two New York Liberty players are taking matters into their own hands as the WNBA continues negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement with the players’ union.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 6

What Gets Connecticut Sun Players Turned Up Before Tip-Off?

Before warmups, pregame huddles, the lights go up, there’s always music. This season, the Connecticut Sun didn’t just show up with elite defense and progressive chemistry.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 6

Sophie Cunningham Fires Back at Fan Calling Out Constant Caitlin Clark Mentions

There's no question that Sophie Cunningham has experienced a massive boom in popularity during her 2025 WNBA season with the Indiana Fever. A large chunk

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 6

Indiana Fever Guard Considering Off-Court Move

The Indiana Fever had a memorable 2025 WNBA season. Aside from winning the Commissioner's Cup championship, they finished sixth with a 24-20 record in the standings, made the playoffs for the second straight year and reached the semifinals.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 6

Analyst believes potential No. 1 pick could be 'perfect fit' for Dallas Wings

The Dallas Wings may be experiencing a delayed start to the 2026 WNBA season, but they have to operate as if the draft will happen on time, if not sooner.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 5

LSU's Flau'jae Johnson makes case for Dallas Wings to select her first overall

The Dallas Wings officially have the first overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft after winning the draft lottery at the end of November, and there's not a player guaranteed to go first this year like with Paige Bueckers last year or Caitlin Clark the year before.